Christmas Ideas

Enjoy these Christmas recipes, ideas, tips, and Christmas crafts collected by humanitarian organization Operation Blessing, along with our own inspirational Christmas thoughts, stories of Christmas outreach and scripture verses encouraging you to focus on the meaning of Christmas. We make it Christmas every day by serving those in need around the world with humanitarian aid, orphan care, hunger relief, safe water, educational opportunities and more.

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Ephesians 5:8

For at one time you were in darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light. - Ephesians 5:8

Montaka Angel Doll from Ukraine

The motanka doll is one of the most ancient handmade items in Ukrainian households. Historically, it was made of any pieces of fabric that could be found at home. The doll is created by twisting and tying rather than sewing. Traditionally, motanka dolls have no facial features, which allows small children to imagine the doll’s emotions while playing. All you need are two pieces of fabric (8x16 inches for the body and 8x8 inches for the wings), synthetic or cotton filling, thick thread, golden ribbon.

To make this fun angel decoration from India, you will need:
foam board
strong scissors or box cutter knife
chalk powder
glue
craft paints
paint brushes
clear gloss
varnish
sandpaper (optional)

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Christmas Angel Decoration from India

To make this fun angel decoration from India, you will need: foam board strong scissors or box cutter knife chalk powder glue craft paints paint brushes clear gloss varnish sandpaper (optional) Complete instructions are available in our Christmas Around the World keepsake book, your free for a gift of any amount towards helping the hurting this Christmas.

This recipe is a fun, unexpected take on a traditional butter cookie (referred to as sandies due to the somewhat sandy texture). It takes some time and patience, but you’ll love the delicate, complex nuttiness of browned butter.

Ingredients:
2 sticks unsalted butter
4 large, fresh, leafy sage sprigs
1 ¾ cups flour
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tsp coarse kosher salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
2 large egg yolks
1 tbsp vanilla extract
½ cup demerara sugar

Get this full recipe and many more in our CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD keepsake book with a donation of any amount. Demerara Sugar, Christmas World, Browned Butter, Butter Cookie, Egg Yolks

Christmas Sage Sandies

This recipe is a fun, unexpected take on a traditional butter cookie (referred to as sandies due to the somewhat sandy texture). It takes some time and patience, but you’ll love the delicate, complex nuttiness of browned butter. Ingredients: 2 sticks unsalted butter 4 large, fresh, leafy sage sprigs 1 ¾ cups flour ¼ cup cornstarch 2 tsp coarse kosher salt ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated 2 large egg yolks 1 tbsp vanilla extract ½ cup demerara sugar Get this full recipe and many more in our CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD keepsake book with a donation of any amount.

Fragrant Christmas Tree

Thailand boasts a rich tradition of using pandan leaves for everything from culinary delights to exquisite handicrafts. Their fragrance and lush green foliage make pandan leaves an ideal choice for unique and eco-friendly ornaments. For this craft, all you need are pandan leaves, banana leaves, stapler, skewers, additional decorations, flowers, floral foam, pins.